Cauliflower has a smidgen of nicotine. Although much lower nicotine than eggplant, this recipe for roasted cauliflower from Dr. Nandi caught my eye.
The cruciferous veggies have neurologically important amino acids like cysteine for example, and essential minerals like chromium (in broccoli, not cauliflower) that help regulate blood sugar.
From World's Healthiest Foods:
In one bite of this dish you've got nicotine, cysteine, curcumin, and vitamin C to name a few key neuro-ingredients. I think I'll try it :-) I'll add hot sauce, turmeric, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the glaze...
Spicy Whole Roasted Cauliflower
- Spicy Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 head cauliflower
1½ cups plain Greek yogurt
1 lime, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons chile powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400° and lightly grease a small baking sheet with vegetable oil. Set aside.
2. Trim the base of the cauliflower to remove any green leaves and the woody stem.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt with the lime zest and juice, chile powder, cumin, garlic powder, curry powder, salt and pepper.
4. Dunk the cauliflower into the bowl and use a brush or your hands to smear the marinade evenly over its surface. (Excess marinade can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to three days and used with meat, fish or other veggies.)
5. Place the cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet and roast until the surface is dry and lightly browned, 30 to 40 minutes. The marinade will make a crust on the surface of the cauliflower.
6. Let the cauliflower cool for 10 minutes before cutting it into wedges and serving alongside a big green salad.
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